Thursday, April 30, 2009

The results of the SSLC examination 2009 Karnataka will be declared on May 2, 2009. The decision was taken by the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB). As many as 40,000 teachers were part of the evaluation process. Nearly 8.58 lakh students had taken the examination this year. With the CET scheduled for May 6 and 7, the Pre-University Board will declare the II PUC results in the second week of May.

The Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani, is a University established under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956.The Institute offers the following off-campus work-integrated learning programmes:

2. B.S. Optometry: This Eight-Semester programme is conducted at Chennai in collaboration with Sankara Nethralaya - Elite School of Optometry, and at Hyderabad in collaboration with L.V.Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) - Bausch & Lomb School of Optometry. Input Requirements: Pass in 10+2 from Central / State board or its equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics / Biology

3. B.S. Physician Assistant: This Eight-Semester programme is conducted at Chennai in collaboration with Madras Medical Mission as well as with Frontier Lifeline – Dr. KM Cherian Heart Foundation. Input Requirements: Pass in 10+2 from Central / State Board or its equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/ Biology.

HIGHER DEGREE PROGRAMMES 4. M.S. Manufacturing Management (MM)

5. M.S. Software Systems (SS): For both 4 & 5, Normal Duration: Four Semesters. Input requirements: Employed professionals holding an Integrated First Degree of BITS or equivalent such as B.E. / M.Sc. with minimum one year relevant experience in Engineering Industries (for MM) and IT Industries (for SS).

6. M.S. Quality Management: This Four-Semester programme conducted in collaboration with Indian Institute of Quality Management (IIQM), Jaipur has plans for mandatory intensive contact sessions for two weeks during each of the first two semesters of the programme, at Bangalore / Chennai / Jaipur / Pune. Input requirements: Employed professionals holding an Integrated First Degree of BITS or equivalent such as B.E. / M.Sc. with minimum one year relevant experience in Quality and allied services.

7. M.S. Consultancy Management: This Four-Semester programme conducted in collaboration with Consultancy Development Centre (CDC), New Delhi has plans for mandatory intensive contact sessions on certain Saturdays and Sundays during each of the first two semesters of the programme, at Ahmedabad / Bangalore / Chennai / Delhi / Hyderabad / Kolkata / Mumbai / Pune. Input requirements: Employed professionals holding an Integrated First Degree of BITS or equivalent such as B.E. / M.Sc. with minimum one year relevant experience in Consultancy and allied services. Candidates with M.Com. / ACA / ACS may also be considered on a case by case basis.

8. M.S. Medical Laboratory Technology: This Six- Semester programme is conducted at Chennai in collaboration with Sankara Nethralaya - Medical Research Foundation. Input requirements: B.Sc. in experimental sciences with exposure to Biology and Chemistry, or equivalent.

10. M.Phil. Hospital and Health Systems Management: This Four-Semester programme conducted in collaboration with Bombay Hospital, Mumbai / Indore and Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore has mandatory intensive contact sessions for four weeks during each of the first two semesters of the programme, at Vellore / Mumbai / Indore. Input requirements: Employed professionals holding MBBS degree or its equivalent or an Integrated First Degree of BITS or equivalent such as B.E. / M.Sc. with minimum one year relevant work experience in well-established healthcare organizations.

The offering of any of the programmes / centres for contact sessions is subject to availability of viable number of suitable candidates. The candidates for programmes 2, 3, 8, 9 should be prepared to appear at Chennai / Hyderabad for a Test / Interview at their own expenses, for which details will be put up in the website http://www.bits-pilani.ac.in/dlp-home after the stipulated deadline.

BITS also operates several other collaborative programmes with many industries across the country in functional areas directed towards their HRD needs. Any organization interested in such collaborative programmes may write to the Institute for details.

Vacations are already started. Tourism is on its full swing. Between these children and teenagers are joining Adventure Camps and Workshops.

Studies, Exams, Competition, Classes are the words keeps children and teenagers busy and tense throughout the year. So every student starts dreaming his summer vacation before final exam as never before. For a whole year sitting physically ideal and mental running at thousands of horse power, when exams complete, every student wants to do reverse of this. Probably this is the reason why they love to join some adventure camps or summer workshops.

Kshitij-horizon for 2morrow, on of the premium Mumbai based camps and workshops organizing company has announced its summer planner. This includes Adventure Camp, Drama Workshop, Dance Workshop and Essay Competition for children, youngsters and families. For beginners, 8 to 15 years, they have organized YMC, Matheran and Murud-Janjira. For 10 to 25 yrs children and youngsters they have Nainital, Manali, Mount Abu and Pachmarhi. And for family they have Ladakh, Kinnaur Spiti, Sikkim, Manali and Africa. They have also organized Drama and Dance Workshop for children ages 8 to 15 years.For More Information Visit-: http://www.kshitijworld.com/

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

National Institute of Plant Genome Research, is an Autonomous Research Institution, funded by Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, and conducts basic and applied research in the frontier areas of plant biology. The Institute invites applications from candidates who have completed or will be completing M. Sc. (by August 11, 2009) in Life Science or equivalent in related disciplines with minimum 55% marks, and have cleared the CSIR-UGC NET exam / DBT-JRF (selected through BET/BINC) / ICMR NET exam for JRF (with a valid Junior Research Fellowship as on September 1, 2009), for conducting advanced researches in the frontier areas of Plant Science such as Developmental Biology, Signal Transduction, Stress Biology, Structural, Functional and Nutritional Genomics, Developing Transgenic Crop Plants etc. Reservations are as per statutory norms. The selection will be made on the basis of interview only.

The selected candidates will be enrolled for Ph.D. program in academic affiliation with the Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. NIPGR will provide shared accommodation to selected candidates.

BTech in Petroleum Reservoir and Production Engineering (4-year full time programme)

The Energy and Petroleum Sector plays a pivotal role in our country’s economic development. Accelerated activities in oil exploration and production worldwide have fuelled the need for trained and qualified human talent—the global oil & gas industry is experiencing a severe shortage of qualified engineers. Keeping this in mind, RGIPT—promoted by leading Oil PSUs—is presenting an excellent opportunity to students to pursue a BTech program in Petroleum Reservoir and Production Engineering.

BTech in Petroleum Refining Engineering (4-year full time programme)

Crude oil is processed in refineries to manufacture a wide range of petroleum products for transportation, industrial use, heating etc. Over the years, through extensive research, the refining technology has undergone substantial improvements. In the coming era, the industry will have immense challenges concerning technology improvements. The refineries would have to exhibit the desirable characteristics of being energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly and cost-effective. Research and Development in Refining Technology will continue to be the focus area to meet these challenges. Thus, the need for experts in refinery technology and processing will increase greatly, opening an exciting career avenue. BTech in Petroleum Refining offered by RGIPT provides a unique opportunity to students to pursue a career in this area. RGIPT—promoted by leading Oil PSUs—is presenting an excellent opportunity to students to pursue a BTech program in Petroleum Refining Engineering.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

Minimum 60% in aggregate (55% for SC/ST) in Class 10 and in Class 12 (Copies of passing certificates and Marksheets to be attached with the Application Receipt) IIT-JEE 2009 Qualified (Common Merit List & Extended Merit List) (Copy of Admit Card to be attached alongwith the Application Receipt) Selection will be based on IIT-JEE 2009 merit. Reservation as per Government of India’s directive. Fee Structure (per semester): Tuition fee– Rs.50,000/-Other fee– Rs.7,000/-Hostel and Transportation Charges– As ApplicableOne time fee– Rs.6,000/-Students belonging to SC/ ST category have to pay 50% of the Tuition fee.

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Retailers Association of India conducts the Common Admission Retail Test (CART) on a national basis for admission to the rai’s Postgraduate Program in Retail Management (PGPRM) offered in 17 institutes currently rai has tied up with. The objective of the test is to assess the candidate's aptitude for retail management education, including Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning and Consumer Comprehension.

rai's PGPRM is a post graduate programme specially designed for providing students with a thorough understanding of the finer points of retail management. rai's involvement in the program will be end-to-end, covering course content design, faculty support, internship and placement with 50 founder members.

The examination is conducted spread across India. Candidates applying for CART must hold a bachelors degree of any statutory university with minimum 50% marks. Students who are in their final year of bachelors degree education may also apply

CART 2009 Eligibility -:Candidates applying for CART must hold a bachelors degree of any statutory university with minimum 50% marks. Students who are in their final year of bachelor's degree education may also apply.

Last date for receipt of the Filled Application forms - 25th May 2009.

CART Online Test date - 9th March 2009 - 30th May 2009

To Apply -:The CART application forms will be available at retail stores of rai member organisations. The application forms will also be available at Career Launcher Centres, PT Education Centre and select branches of Kotak Mahindra Bank from 1st March 2009. To Apply Online -: http://www.attest.co.in/rai/Application.aspx

CART 2009 Participating Institutes

C.T.Group of Institute Jalandhar Design and Innovation Academy Noida NSHM Center of Management & Development Studies [Gurgaon]Asian School of Business Management HyderabadBangalore Management Academy BangaloreIFIM Business School BangaloreInternational School of Business & Media Bangalore KLE Society College of Business & Administration BelgaumVasavi Institute of Management & Advanced Studies BangaloreIndian Business Academy BangaloreJain School of Retail Bangalore Institute of Management and Information Science Bhubaneswar NSHM Center of Management & Development Studies [Durgapur] NSHM Center of Management & Development Studies [Kolkata]Rustomjee Business School Mumbai CH Institute of Management and Commerce Indore St. Kabir Institute of Professional Studies Ahmadabad

* 100% tuition fee waiver to Gate top Scorer. In addition, a total sum of Rs. 1,68,000/- will be awarded a stipend (paid on monthly basis) for 2 Years.* A total sum of Rs.1, 70,000/- will be paid as stipend and contingency (monthly and annual basis) for candidates with high GATE scores for MTech Nanotechnology under the DST-Nanotechnology initiative programme* A stipend of 4800 Euros (Approx. Rs.2.5 lakhs) will be paid during the second year of study at UAS Karlsruhe, Germany (under DAAD fellowship) for MTech Sensor System Technology; this is given to the top GATE or VITMEE scorers.* On-Campus recruitment by Fortune 500 companies like Microsoft, Oracle, Google and Yahoo

Application form can be obtainedFrom the designated branches of GPO / HPO's on cash payment of Rs.900/-. Details of branches from which applications will be sold is available in the VIT www.vit.ac.inby sending a Demand Draft for Rs.900/- drawn in favour of "VIT University", payable at Vellore, to the Admissions Officer with a request letter containing full address of the applicant (OR)By handing over a DD for Rs.900/- in person at VIT University, Vellore (OR) at our Chennai Administrative Office

Eligibility:Candidates should have graduated with a full-time degree from any recognized University with a minimum aggregate of 60% for MCA and 50% for MTech degree programmes.Consistent Record in X Std. and XII Std. is required.Candidates appearing for their final degree exam / final semester exam in the current year are also eligible to apply.Candidates should have completed their final Semester/year exams before the selection interview at VIT University

The CAT (Common Admission Test) will become online starting from November 2009, sources said. The online test will be based on the GRE/GMAT format. All questions will have multiple options. The IIM (Indian Institutes of Management) and other premier business schools have reportedly agreed to conduct the online test for CAT.

The new computer-based test (CBT) will be embraced by IIMs across Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Kolkata, Indore, Kozhikode, Lucknow and Shillong.

CBT will integrate the processes involving programme information, test delivery, receipt of admit cards and score reports apart from ensuring better security through online video monitoring and biometric identification of candidates. A web-based examination system is also expected to help aspirants in remote towns take the test.

Monday, April 27, 2009

Graphic Era University, formerly known as Graphic Era Institute of Technology is reckoned for its academic excellence in engineering sciences & management studies. The institution has delivered world class engineers, managers, and is a centre for research and specialized studies. We offer academic and professional programs at Undergraduate and Post-graduate level in Engineering, Management, Computer Application and Hotel Management.

Graphic Era University Admissions 2009

Faculty of Engineering and Technology (4 Years (8 SEM)

B. Tech (Computer Science & Engineering)

B. Tech (Electrical & Electronics Engineering)

B. Tech (Instrumentation & Control Engineering)

B. Tech (Mechanical Engineering)

B. Tech (Civil Engineering)

B. Tech (Information Technology)

B.Tech (Electronics and Communication)

ELIGIBILITY: 10+2 with PCM

B.Tech-Biotechnology+MBA (dual degree) (5 Years SEM)

Eligibility: 10+2 with PCM, 10+2 with PCB

M.TECH-BIOTECHNOLOGY+ MBA (2 Years)

M.Tech (CAD/CAM and Robotics)

M.Tech (Communication Systems)

M.Tech (Computer Science) 2 years (4 Semester)

M.Tech (Control System)

M.Tech (Energy conservation & Environment)

M.Tech (Information Technology)

M.Tech (Power System)

M.Tech (RF and Microwave)

ELIGIBILITY: B Tech/B.E/M.SC.in related branch

Faculty of Management

Bachelor of Business Admin (BBA) 3 Years (10+2 in any stream)

MBA 5 Years integrated 5 Years (10 SEM) (10+2 in any stream)

Master of Business Admin (MBA) 2 Years (4 SEM) (Graduate in any steam)

MBA- Entrepreneurship 2 Years (4 SEM) Graduate with preferably 1 Year work experience

MBA- Part-time 3 Years (6 SEM) Graduate with at lest 2 Years work experience

Faculty of Computer Applications

Bachelor of Comp. App.(BCA) 3 Years (6 sem) 10+2 with Maths

MCA -5 Years Integrated 5 Years (10sem) 10+2 with Maths

Master of Comp. (MCA) 3 Years (6sem) Graduation in any stream and Maths at 10+2 Level

Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani Applications are invited for admission to the following higher degree and Ph.D. programmes offered by the institute. Admissions will be made on all-India basis strictly according to merit and suitability of the candidate to pursue the following programmes of studies

Design Engineering; Manufacturing Systems Engineering Integrated first degree of BITS in Mechanical or its equivalent or M.Sc.(Tech.) Engineering Technology of BITS or its equivalent with the requirement of taking certain additional courses.

Electrical with specialization in Power Electronics & Drives Integrated first degree of BITS in Electrical & Electronics/ Electronics & Instrumentation or its equivalent.

Software Systems Any Integrated first degree of BITS or its equivalent with specific prior preparation.

M.Pharm. Integrated first degree of BITS in Pharmacy or its equivalent.

M.Pharm. (with specialization in Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Pharmaceutics) Integrated first degree of BITS in Pharmacy or its equivalent.

M.Phil. (Chemistry) Integrated First Degree of BITS in M.Sc.(Hons.) Chemistry or its equivalent

Note: Offering of Programmes will depend upon the minimum number of suitable candidates for the particular programme.

B. DOCTORAL PROGRAMMES LEADING TO Ph.D. IN ALL DISCIPLINES at BITS PilaniInput Qualification:Any Higher Degree of BITS or its equivalent with a minimum of 60% aggregate in the qualifying examination. Any applicant with qualification equivalent to integrated first degree of BITS will be first examined for suitability to one of the higher degree programmes of the Institute. Such candidates may first be admitted to the M.E/M.Phil programmes offered by the Institute subject to the eligibility conditions.

Employed professionals working in Industries and R&D Organizations and having long experience and proven competence aspiring for Ph.D. programme will be considered under the Ph.D. Aspirants' scheme and will be allowed to pursue their research at their own locations of work. Candidates holding any of the BITS degree or working in an organization collaborating with BITS will normally be considered under this scheme. Industries interested in the scheme for the development of their manpower at the doctoral level are invited to seek collaboration with BITS and sponsor their suitable candidates along with their applications in the prescribed format.

Note: (i) Admissions to Higher Degree Programmes are based on the performance of the candidates in the computer based online test and/or written test, group discussions and interviews conducted by BITS. The details of test, syllabus for the test and admissions modality are available at the BITS website, www.bitsadmission.com/hd/The online tests will be held during 12th - 13th June 2009 at planned centers in Bangalore, Chennai, Goa, Noida, Hyderabad, Kolkatta, Nagpur & Pilani subject to a certain minimum number of candidates opting for each center. Based on test performance candidates will be short listed and asked to come to Pilani/Goa/Hyderabad on 27th July 2009 for interviews/written test/Group Discussion at their own cost.

(iii) For the Ph.D. Programmes short listed candidates will be asked to come to Pilani for test and interview at their own cost.

(iii)ASSISTANTSHIPS FOR TEACHING CAREER: Applicants for admission to the higher degree and Ph.D. programmes will also be considered for financial assistance in the form of Teaching/Project/Research Assistantships. Such selected candidates will be required to participate in teaching and other developmental programme of the institute under the guidance of a mentor.

C. Application Procedure for BITS Pilani ProgrammesInterested and eligible candidates should apply through the prescribed application form available online at www.bltsadmlsslon.com/hd/ and take the printout of the filled form. The completed application form alongwith the prescribed fee of Rs 1000/- should be sent to Admissions Officer, BITS, Pilani-333031. Details of methods of fee payment are available at the website while applying online.

Deadline for submission of the completed application form is 5.00 P.M. on 30th May 2009.

ELIGIBILITY FOR UG PROGRAMMESThe +2 level examination in the 10+2 pattern of examination of any recognized Central/State Board of Secondary Examination, such as Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi, and Council for Indian School of Certificate Examination, New Delhi. orAny recognized Public School/Board/University Examination in India or in Foreign countries equivalent to 10+2 system (Approved by AIU, New Delhi)

orA pass grade in the Senior Secondary School Examination conducted by the National Open School with a minimum of five subjects.

• Bachelor Degree from a recognized Indian University in any discipline/Bachelor’s degree of any foreign university (Approved by AIU, New Delhi).

Written Entrance Examination on 07th June 2009(Sunday)

All eligible candidates will have to appear for a written entrance examination at the Examination Centers opted by them. The written entrance examination is designed to test the knowledge, skill and aptitude of the candidates for the programme opted.

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE EDUCATION AND RESEARCH-IISER, KolkataAPPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE INTEGRATED PH.D PROGRAMME FOR THE ACADEMIC SESSION 2009-10

Eligibility-: Students with a B. Sc/B.E/B.Tech/M.B.B.S degree from any recognized university/institute/ College can apply for the Integrated Ph. D programme in Biological, Chemical, Earth, Mathematical and Physical Sciences. They need to secure a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grades in their qualifying examinations. Those who are appearing in the final examination of their degree course can also apply; for them, the eligibility marks are 60% in aggregate, based on the marks obtained in the undergraduate examinations held so far.Students applying for an Integrated Ph. D Programme are required to have the following subject(s) in the undergraduate courses:Ph. D. Programme Supporting Subjects Biological Sciences Chemistry Chemical Sciences Physics and Mathematics Earth Sciences Physics/Chemistry and Mathematics Physics Mathematics Mathematics Open

To Apply-:Applications should be made in the prescribed application form [ doc, pdf ]. The duly filled in application, along with a draft of Rs. 100, payable to the Registrar, Indian Institute of Science Education & Research, Kolkata, should be sent to the Registrar, IISER-Kolkata, Mohanpur Campus, Post: BCKV Main Office, Mohanpur 741252, West Bengal - 741252, by registered post. The candidate should write PBIR with his/her chosen discipline on the top of the envelope while sending the application form (e.g., PBIR-Mathematics). The last date for applications to be received is May 31, 2009. Interviews are likely to be conducted by the end of June.

Essential Items Accompanying the Application Apart from attested copies of all marks-sheets (secondary examination onward), the following documents must accompany the application:

(i) confidential letters of assessment of the applicant in the prescribed form [ doc, pdf ], from two teachers who have taught courses and would be able to evaluate the student as a potential research worker. The teachers should seal the envelopes and sign across the flaps;

(ii) a self-assessment by the student in his/her own words;

(iii) a plan of work (within 250 words) in the applicant’s own words (do not download from the internet or copy from other sources) that the student would like to carry out in the Ph. D Programme. Landline phone no. and/or mobile no. are essential. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Mode of Selection Institute-level committee(s) will scrutinize all the applications, and prepare a shortlist of about 70 candidates, who may be called for interview. The Institute will finally declare the list of selected candidates on the Institute website. The Institute will provide second-class (sleeper) train fare and hostel accommodation to students appearing in the interview.

Student Intake In the Academic Session 2009-2010, a total of 22 students may be selected, covering all sciences.

Friday, April 24, 2009

Top Global B-schools MBA Programmes Now Accept GREFive of the top 10 MBA programmes in the world now accept the GRE® General Test, according to the Financial Times' Global MBA rankings for 2009 and Educational Testing Service (ETS). These are China Europe International Business School (CEIBS), Harvard (2+2 Program), Instituto De Empresa (IE), MIT Sloan and Stanford.

Canada's Queen's School of Business, ranked by BusinessWeek as the best MBA in the world outside the United States, also accepts the GRE test.

More than 190 business schools from across the globe — including many top-ranked MBA programmes in Europe, Asia and North America — are part of a growing trend of MBA programmes that are seeking to broaden and diversify their candidate pools by accepting GRE test scores.

Last month, Harvard Business School (HBS) announced that it will accept GRE scores for admission into its 2+2 programme.

Industry recognized, AICTE approved, highly respected specialized Post Graduate (PGDM) programs Since 2002, ITM Global Leadership Center has been renowned for its unique and specialized postgraduate programs. ITM GLC's focused approach in creating specialist managers, armed with real-world skills and leadership acumen, has been well received by companies in India and globally. Our programs deliver a comprehensive curriculum, with specialist knowledge built into every course. Intensive, interactive and challenging, with a strong element of industry exposure through extended internships and study tours, GLC programs are a cut above the average MBA. Our placement records are enviable. 100% Placement since inception.

Eligibility and ApplicationGraduates in any discipline with min. 50% marks are invited to apply. An Entrance Test Score is required. ITM GLC accepts CAT, XAT and GMAT scores. Final selection is based on overall merit and GD/PI performance.

Programs offered-:*PGDM International Business AICTE Approved2 year full-time program featuring ten weeks European Term conducted by our prestigious partners-EDHEC Business School (France) and Groupe ESSCA (Hungary)

*PGDM Human Resource Management AICTE Approved2 year full-time program featuring a 3month Industry Internship at India's best known companies and consulting firms

To ApplyApplication Kit may be obtained from:• Send a Cheque/DD for Rs.200/- to the mentioned address favoring “Institute for Technology and Management” payable at Mumbai.• At select Centers of IMS & Career Launcher• Download from: www.itm.edu/glc• Completed applications may be sent to the mentioned address along with a Cheque/DD of Rs.800/- favoring “Institute for Technology and Management" payable at Mumbai.• Candidates who submit a downloaded form must send a Cheque/DD of Rs.1000/-payable at Mumbai.APPLICATION DEADLINE 15 May, 2009 PROGRAMS COMMENCE END JUNE, 2009

2.Post Graduate Diploma Courses (Admission on merit and first come first served basis) in (i) International Business (ii) Entrepreneurship Management

Eligibility-: A Bachelor's or Master Degree in any discipline of Panjab University or a degree of any other examination recognised by Panjab University as equivalent thereto with atleast 50% marks in aggregate Or

Pass in final examination of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India or the Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India or the Institute of Company Secretaries of India Or

Diploma in Marketing Management/ HR/IR etc. with not less than 60% marks in the aggregate, provided the candidate holds a Bachelor's degree.

Candidates appearing in the Final Degree Examination are eligible to apply and can take the test provisionally. Concession of 5% marks in the eligibility requirements for SC/ST candidates.

To Apply-:PROSPECTUS IS AVAILABLE FOR SALE IN THE POST OFFICE ON CASH PAYMENT AT: -

(ii) Form, along with admit card can be downloaded from the University website: www.uiams.puchd.ac.in In this case, please attach the requisite fee in the form of bank draft drawn in the favour of the Registrar, P.U., Chandigarh, payable at Chandigarh, as under:-

Note:- In case of MBA, a self-addressed, duly stamped (worth Rs.22/-), envelop size “9” x “4” be sent, along with the form, for mailing the admit card for the entrance test.

Form can be had by post from the Manager, Publication Bureau, Panjab University, Sector-14, Chandigarh by sending a bank draft for Rs.730/- (Rs.405/- for SC/ST) in favour of the Registrar, Panjab University, payable at Chandigarh only.

Dates to remember-:Last date of submission of Forms: i) 20.05.2009 (without late fee)

Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Pearson VUE, the global leader in computer–based testing for academic, professional and licensure examinations, has announced scholarships for Indian students taking the prestigious Law School Admission Test—India, by LSAC (LSAT—India). The LSAT—India, which is to be conducted across India in May by Pearson VUE, is a special version of the exam conducted globally by the Law School Admission Council (LSAC).

Jindal Global Law School (JGLS), which will be the first Law School in India to accept the LSAT—India, has announced scholarships for students applying for the three-year LL.B. programme and the five-year B.A., LL.B. programme. Each of the top five LSAT—India test scorers enrolling into either the three- or five-year programmes shall receive Rs.1 lakh.

Students entering JGLS based on the results of the LSAT—India, will also have the chance to avail a second scholarship, the Naveen Jindal Young Global Scholarship. Two scholarships of Rs. 5 lakh each shall be awarded to one student each from the three-year LL.B. programme and the five-year B.A., LL.B. programme.

The aim of the Naveen Jindal scholarship, named after the industrialist and politician, is to nurture, encourage and support young global leaders. The scholarship competition will be overseen by an independent selection group.

"JGLS is committed to promote academic excellence through its world-class teaching and training methodologies; the adoption of the LSAT—India test is a step in the same direction. We are proud to bring to young scholars scholarships that shall motivate them to aggressively tread the path of academic excellence," said Professor C. Raj Kumar, Vice Chancellor of O.P. Jindal Global University and Dean of Jindal Global Law School.

In addition, to find the best talent for the legal profession, Pearson VUE shall grant 50 test fee waivers for top scorers, selected by Pearson VUE. And students can also avail of 4 Pearson Law Scholarships—an amount of Rs.1 lakh per scholarship for the top scorers for LSAT—India enrolling into either the three- or five-year programmes. Speaking on the scholarship announcement, Mr. Sarvesh Shrivastava, Managing Director, APAC, Pearson VUE, said: "The Pearson Law Scholarships' aim is to encourage meritorious candidates to avail the world- class legal programmes being offered by Jindal Global Law School."

The Law School Admission Test—India, by LSAC (LSAT—India) will be launched on May 24, 2009 at test centres in 14 cities—Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Lucknow, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune, Bhopal, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, and Ranchi.

About LSACThe Law School Admission Council (LSAC) is a nonprofit corporation based in Newtown, PA, US. LSAC is best known for administering the Law School Admission Test. With the guidance and support of volunteers representing more than 200 LSAC-member schools in the US, Canada, and

Australia, LSAC provides a number of important services and programs for law schools and their applicants worldwide.

About Pearson VUEPearson VUE (www.pearsonvue.com) is the global leader in computer-based testing for information technology, academic, government and professional testing programs. Pearson VUE provides a full suite of services from test development to data management, and delivers exams through the world's most comprehensive and secure network of test centers in 165 countries. Pearson VUE is a business of Pearson (NYSE: PSO; LSE: PSON), the international media company, whose businesses include the Financial Times Group, Pearson Education and the Penguin Group.

About OP Jindal Global UniversityO.P. Jindal Global University (JGU), a non-profit University, was established by the Haryana Private Universities (Amendment) Ordinance 2009 (Haryana Ordinance No. 4 of 2009) at Sonipat, Haryana (NCR of Delhi). JGU and JGLS are approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI). The first academic session of the Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) is scheduled to commence in September 2009.

Any 3-year UG degree from a recognized university. B.Com. (CA): A pass in +2

Eligibility For M.C.A:Any recognized bachelor's degree of minimum three years with mathematics as a subject of study in +2 or qualifying degree course. For II year lateral entry a minimum of 65% in major subjects of qualifying degree course is a must.

To Apply-:Application form along with prospectus can be obtained in person from the Office of Admissions, SASTRA Campus (Thanjavur & Kumbakonam) on payment of Rs.600 (Rs. 250/- for B. Com / M.S.W.) or by post on payment of Rs.650 (Rs.300/- for B. Com / M.S.W.) by Demand Draft favouring SASTRA payable at Thanjavur. Applications can also be downloaded & are also available at select branches of IOB and City Union Bank. (Details at www.sastra.edu)

Eligibility Bachelors Degree from a recognized university with min 50% aggregate marks. GMAT (2004-2009) or CAT (2007-2008) scores required. XAT (2008-2009) scores accepted for 2 Year PGPAM. Work ExperiencePGPM: Min. 3 years of work experience required.PGPAM: Fresh Graduates may apply. Work exp. preferred.Application kit may be obtained from:The address below by sending a cheque / DD of Rs. 1000/- in favour of “Asia Graduate School of Business” payable in Hyderabad n Select centers of IMS & Career Launcher n Download from: www.asiagsb.ac.in Completed applications may be sent to the address below. Candidates who submit a downloaded form must send a cheque/DD of Rs.1000/- as above. Programs Commence from June / July 2009

Saturday, April 18, 2009

Two Year Graduate Programme in International Business Management (PGP-IBM) - 2009 recognized by IGNOU

The PGP–IBM aims at preparing qualified and skilled international business management professionals and entrepreneurs, thereby strengthening the Country’s effort for promoting international business.Specific Objectives1. Developing a cadre of management professionals equipped with conceptual, technical and behavioral knowledge, skills and mindset in global business systems and practices.2. Professionalizing management structures and systems of Indian business organizations to cope up with challenges of global business.3. Contributing towards making India a vibrant hub for global business & industries.

The PGP – IBM is designed for (a) graduates aspiring for career in international business, (b) exporters and export houses, (c) entrepreneurs who want to enter global markets with their products/services, (d) working professionals who want to add value to their professional profile and; (e) government officials from commissionerates/departments engaged in handling of international business issues in government administration. NGOs dealing with international development/financial agencies and academicians involved in teaching or research in international aspects of business or management will also find the Program useful.

Eligibility criteria-:1. The Program will be open for graduate degree holders from any discipline. 2. This is a national level Program and therefore graduates from any medium of instruction and any university situated in India or abroad will be eligible to apply.3. The applicants must hold the 1st graduation degree with a minimum of 50% marks. 4. Max. age limit is 35 years.5. Candidates with work experience are given priority; however lack of such an experience will not be a disqualification.

To Apply-:Please send a cheque or Demand Draft (DD) of Rs. 500/- payable at par in favour of 'Ahmedabad Management Association' along with the form at the following address:

Thursday, April 16, 2009

Applications are invited for admission to 2 year full time Master in Rural Management (MRM) Programme - 2009

Eligibility : Graduate in any discipline recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) with a minimum of 15 years (10+2+3) of education and having minimum 50% aggregate marks (or equivalent CGPA) at graduation can apply. The percentage of aggregate marks is to be calculated as per the practice followed by the concerned University/ Institution from where the candidate has obtained the degree. In case the University/ Institution does not have any scheme for converting CGPA into equivalent marks, the equivalence would be established by dividing obtained CGPA with the maximum possible CGPA and multiplying the resultant with 100. Those who are in the final year and expect to complete all the requirements of graduation before 15th June, 2009 can also apply.

A candidate should have qualified in MAT, CAT or XAT for the current session and obtained a good score.

Admission Process:

Successful candidates will be intimated of their final selection through admission offer letter containing the terms and condition of the admission. For the offer to be valid, the selected candidates, after going through the contents of admission offer letter, need to confirm and accept the offer with the terms and conditions for taking admission to the programme through “Acceptance Letter” along with a demand draft for Rs. 30,000/- favouring “KIIT School of Rural Management payable at Bhubaneswar towards the confirmation fee. The confirmation fee so deposited will not be refunded under any circumstances. All the candidates who have been offered admission have to pay the fees as stipulated in the admission offer otherwise they would forfeit their seat to the person next on the waiting list.

The completed application form should reach the admissions office by 30th April 2009 at the following address:

Applications are invited from candidates who are holding MSc degree or equivalent in all branches of Science and have qualified in CSIR-NET under CSIR/UGC fellowship scheme or DBT/ICMR JRF examination scheme or BioInformatics National Certification (BINC) Examination for admission to the Ph.D. programme.

Selection-:Selection for admission to the Ph.D. programme will be done on the basis of an interview to he held at NCL in broad disciplines of Organic Chemistry, Catalysis, Life Sciences, Physical & Theoretical Chemistry, Materials Chemistry, Polymer Science and Chemical Engineering. The number of students to be selected in each of the above disciplines will depend on the vacancies that will exist for each of the disciplines. A candidate may choose to be considered in any three of the above disciplines. The candidates will be interviewed separately in each of the disciplines of his/her choice. Separate merit list will be prepared in each of the above disciplines.

Tenure The selected JRFs will be eligible for a stipend of Rs.12,000/- p.m. + House Rent Allowance (HRA) as admissible under rules and a Contingency grant of Rs.20,000/- per annum.

On completion of two years, JRFs could be upgraded to Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) on assessment which will enable them to get Rs.14,000/- p.m. The total tenure including the fellowship period shall not exceed 5 years.

Eligibility-: The candidate should have qualified in NET examination held on December, 2008 under CSIR/UGC category or should have valid award letter under the above or should have qualified under DBT/ICMR JRF examination scheme or BioInformatics National Certification (BINC) Examination.

To Apply-:Application procedure and interview schedule Candidates who fulfill the above requirements may kindly send their applications in the prescribed proforma addressed to the Section Officer, Student Academic Office, Room No.264, 1st Floor, National Chemical Laboratory, Pune 411 008, along with copies of testimonials in support of educational qualifications and CSIR-NET award letter issued by CSIR or DBT/ICMR JRF qualification letter duly superscribed “Application for Ph.D. Programme”. The proforma may be downloaded from http://www.ncl-india.org/ncljobs/managejobs.jsp.

Dates to remember-:Last date for receipt of application is Friday, 22nd May, 2009. The interviews will be held on 2nd and 3rd June, 2009 at NCL in the Conference Room, 3rd Floor, Main Building. Please report at 9.00 a.m. on 2nd June, 2009.Please note that the candidates, who fulfill the above criteria of eligibility, may directly appear for the interview at NCL on Tuesday, 2nd June, 2009 and Wednesday, 3rd June, 2009.

Eligibility Criteria for admission to B.E/B.Tech. A pass in 10+2 examination or a pass in one of the HSC (Vocational Stream) with Engineering/ Technology Vocational subjects and any ONE or TWO of related subjects like Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry with minimum marks in the relevant subjects.

Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) candidates are eligible for all the programmes.

Physics, Chemistry and Biology (PCB) candidates are eligible only for Biotechnology and Petro Chemical Technology programmes.

Eligibility Criteria for admission to B.Arch. 50 % aggregate marks in 10+2 or a pass in 10+3 Diploma or IB Diploma with 40% marks in NATA.

For SC/ST candidates with not less than 45% marks in aggregate with 40% marks in NATA.

Candidates seeking admissions to B.Arch should have taken only NATA examination and not PMUET - 09.

Candidates have to submit their filled in application along with an attested copyof the NATA score card.

Other state candidates Appearing for PUMET 2009Candidates from states other than Tamil Nadu are also eligible for admission to B.Arch/ B.E/ B.Tech.degree programmes. They should furnish the Nativity Certificate and migration certificate issued by the competent authority.

Candidates for admission to B. Arch programme will be selected based on theirperformance in the qualifying examination and in NATA conducted by COA, New Delhi.

Reservation: As per the norms of Ministry of Human Resources Development (MHRD), Govt. of India

EXAMINATION CENTRES (Region-wise) for PUMET 2009 In addition to the Centre at the Campus of PMU, the entrance test will be conducted in the following centres:

Duly filled in application should be sent along with a demand draft covering the cost of application in favour of “The Registrar, PMU at Vallam, Thanjavur” payable at Thanjavur for the above said amount.

Tamilnadu Agricultural University is a leading agrotechnology provider of India and its graduates are recognized throughout the world. Though the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) came into being on June 1, 1971, it had its genesis from establishment of an Agricultural School at Saidapet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India as early as 1868 which was later relocated at Coimbatore during 1906.

The University is offering Twelve Undergraduate Degree Programs and Twenty nine Postgraduate Degree Programs in 10 Colleges distributed in seven campuses all over Tamil Nadu. Besides, the University has 36 Research Stations for agrotechnology development

The University is offering TWELVE undergraduate degree programs in 10 colleges distributed in seven campuses all over Tamil Nadu. The duration of these courses is four years (8 semesters).

To Apply TNAU UG Admissions-:Candidates desirous of applying to Undergraduate Programs have to get the necessary application fromThe Dean and Chairman Admissions Agricultural College and Research Institute Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore-641003 India

Application can be obtained by post by paying an application fee of Rs.670 (Rs.370 for SC/ST) as Demand Draft drawn in favor of Dean. The filled in application has to be sent to the Dean on or before June 09, 2009 for the current admission. The same application can be used for applying to all 12 undergraduate programs of TNAU. The application can also be downloaded online. The downloaded application should be printed in a laser printer for use. The filled in downloaded application should be attached with necessary application fee of Rs. 600 (Rs.300 for SC/ST) as Demand Draft drawn in favor of Dean.

Mathematics( Operation Research in Industry/ Business Management)[Self-finance or Part-time evening]: B.E./B.Tech. in Engg./ Technology, or M.Sc.( with Mathematics at graduate level), AMIE, AMIM, AMIIChE with two years of professional experience.

For full-time courses, candidates will have to qualify in GATE, conducted by IITs. They shall have to appear for interview/viva-voce for final selection. Unemployed Non-GATE candidates may be considered for admission to the full-time courses subject to the availability of seats but they will not be entitled to scholarship. Non-GATE candidates for full-time courses will be selected through college admission test (written/interview).

Candidates working in industries and business organisations around Durgapur (within the radius of 20 KMs from the college) fulfilling the above qualifications may also apply for part-time courses. No-objection certificate from their employer will be essential for admission.

Application procedure: Prescribed application form and Information Brochure will be available from the cash counter of the institute from 20.04.2009 on payment of Rs.500/- (Rs.250/- for SC/ST candidates) by DD.

Application form can also be downloaded from the institute’s website and can be submitted to the Dean (PG Studies & Research), Academic Section, National Institute of Technology, Durgapur – 713 209, West Bengal on or before 25.05.2009.

Indian Maritime University announces admissions in B.Sc. (Nautical Science) programme commencing from 1st August 2009. This course is aimed at orienting the cadets for the equivalent life at sea by providing vocationally oriented education and training so as to help them become officers in the Merchant Navy.

Selection Procedure: Candidates will be selected on the basis of an Entrance Test which will be held on 14th June 09 (Sunday) 10 am-1 pm.

Last Date of submission of Applications: 29th May 2009.

The Programme will be offered through selected Training Institutes approved by IMU including four campuses at Chennai,Mumbai,Kolkata and Visakhapatnam.

The Prospectus can be obtained from IMU on weekdays (working hours) on payment of Rs.100/- in cash from 15th April 09 or can be downloaded from www.imu.tn.nic.in. The filled in Application form (Form A) along with the requisite fee of Rs.500/- (Rs.600/- in case of downloaded forms) by Demand Draft drawn in favour of Indian Maritime University, payable at Chennai, should reach in an envelope superscribed "Application form for B.Sc. (Nautical Science)" to the Head (Nautical Science), IMU, Chennai on or before 29th May 09.

Monday, April 13, 2009

RPET- 2009 Rajasthan Pre Engineering TestApplication are invited from candidates of Rajasthan domicile including the wards of Kashmiri Migrants for the registration of Rajasthan Pre Engineering Test RPET- 2009 for admission to first year of undergraduate programmes leading to Bachelor’s degree in different disciplines of Engineering (B Tech / BE) in various Govt. aided and Private unaided technical institutions of Rajasthan (except BITS Pilani, MNIT Jaipur and other Deemed & Private Universities) for the session 2009-2010.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION FOR ADMISSION:

1. The minimum academic qualification for admission to B Tech / BE program in Rajasthan is a pass in the final examination of 10+2 (Class XII) of Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan or any other examination recognized equivalent thereto by Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan.2. Subject combination required in the qualifying examination for admission to B Tech / BE course shall be as under:

Candidates appearing in the qualifying examination (10+2) in 2009 may also apply.

AGE LIMIT for RPET- 2009: Only those candidates whose date of birth falls on or after October 01, 1984 are eligible. However, in the case of Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Physically Handicapped (PH) candidates, upper age limit is relaxed by 5 years, i.e. SC, ST and PH candidates who were born on or after October 01, 1979 are eligible. Date of birth as recorded in the Secondary Education marksheet / certificate only will be taken as authentic.

EXAMINATION SCHEME for RPET- 2009: RPET-2009 shall consist of single examination of three hours duration containing 40 objective type questions in each of the subjects of Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics. The total no. of questions will be 120 carrying one mark each. There will be no negative marking for wrong answer. The questions in the test booklet will be both in Hindi as well as in English.

AVAILABILITY OF APPLICATION FORM for RPET- 2009: The Application Form along with all relevant material will be available for sale from 2nd April, 2009 from the following branches of UCO Bank during banking hours (10.00 AM to 4.00 PM, on Saturday 10.00 AM to 1.00 PM) against cash payment of Rs. 700/- (inclusive of examination fees).

LAST DATE OF SUBMISSION for RPET- 2009: Application Form duly filled along with relevant documents as per Information Booklet should reach to Coordinator RPET-09, Board of Technical Education, Rajasthan, W-6, Residency Road, Jodhpur – 342 032 by 5.00 P.M. of 25th April, 2009, irrespective of the fact that whether 25th April, 2009 is a working day or not. RPET-09 Application Form received after last date and time all not be accepted.BOARD OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION , RAJASTHAN, JODHPUR

Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) conducted on this Sunday for admission to the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) witnessed around 25pc increase this year, conducted at 800 centres across the country.

JEE is conducted for admission to 8,000 seats across 15 IITs situated at Bhubaneshwar, Bombay, Delhi, Chennai, Roorkee, Kharagpur, Kanpur, Patna, Gandhinagar, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Indore and Rajasthan along with Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, and Indian School of Mines University (ISMU), Dhanbad.

This year cut-offs are likely to be lower than last year, one of the reasons being that the paper was relatively more difficult. This has been decided by the IIT directors to increase the 40% relaxation in scores to 50% from 2009.

The IIT-JEE paper had two papers, the first paper consisting 60 questions and 80 marks per subject with total 240 marks. Paper two had 57 questions with total 240 marks.

Sunday, April 12, 2009

Applications are invited for admission to MBA (Regular & Self-Supportive) programmes in the University Department for the academic session 2009 – 2010

Eligibility : A pass in any degree

Application procedure:Application form and prospectus for MBA programme can be obtained either in person or by post from the Registrar from 15th April 2009 on payment of Rs.200/- (Rs.100/- in case of SC/ST candidates on production of attested photocopy of community certificate) to be remitted by a demand draft on any Nationalized Bank drawn in favour of the Registrar, University of Madras.

The cost of application once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. The application can also be downloaded from website: www.unom.ac.in and those submitting who downloaded form should pay Rs.200./- (Rs.100/- for SC / ST candidates) as application and registration fee.Last date of submission of Forms:Within 7 days from the date of publication of the results of TANCET.

Selection : Applicants looking for admission to M.B.A. Programmes are required to appear for Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET) in May 2009 conducted by Anna University Chennai.

Selection will be made based on the performance of candidates in the written test conducted by Anna University (TANCET MAY 2009).

Saturday, April 11, 2009

National Institute of Health & Family Welfare (NIHFW) is an Apex Technical Institute, funded by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare for promotion of Health and Family Welfare programmes in the country through education, training, research, evaluation, consultancy and specialised services.

Prospectus for each course may be obtained against Crossed Indian Postal Order or a Bank Draft of Rs.200/- in favour of the Director, NIHFW, payable at Delhi from Distance Learning Cell (DLC), Room No.417, Academic Block in person or by post. The prospectus will be available from 27th April, 2009. The name of the course may kindly be indicated clearly in the request for prospectus. The prospectus and application form can also be downloaded from the website of the Institute. In such cases application form should be accompanied by a Demand Draft of Rs.10, 200/- (Rs10, 000/- Course Fee and Rs.200/- being cost of prospectus). The details of the courses are given in the respective prospectus.

Last date for request for prospectus by post - 5th June, 2009Last date for request for prospectus by person - 15th June, 2009

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE EDUCATION AND RESEARCH (IISER) MOHALIPhD Admission at IISER Mohali (August, 2009)

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Mohali has been established as an autonomous academic institution in 2007 by the Ministry of Human Resources and Development,Government of India, New Delhi, to carry out research in frontier areas of science and provide quality science education at the undergraduate and postgraduate level. The broad focus of IISER Mohali is to integrate excellence in scientific research with education.

Applications are invited from prospective candidates for admission to the Ph. D. program (III batch) in IISER Mohali in the areas of Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Mathematics, for the academic session beginning in August 2009. Candidates with a keen motivation to perform excellent scientific research are encouraged to apply.

Friday, April 10, 2009

Sikkim Manipal University-SMU one of the largest providers of Distance Education in India, has launched new and advanced specializations in Total Quality Management, Operations Management and Project Management for its distance learning MBA program. SMU-DE has continuously upgraded and enhanced the curriculum of its programs to ensure that they are industry-relevant and focus on the need for skill specific managerial profiles in the industry. Admission to the two-year program is currently on with the application forms available at 600 Learning Centres across country.

More on programs-:The courses are targeted at engineers and graduates. Specifically, the Operations Management course is targeted at manufacturing industry professionals, at a supervisory level. The Project Management course is targeted at construction engineers, team leaders in IT projects, software engineers in the planning role and other professionals in charge of project-related activities. The Total Quality Management course is targeted at all professionals who are directly or indirectly involved in an organization's quality system.

Benefits of Distance MBA programs-: The Operations Management specialization will equip the student with a strong process-orientation through specific knowledge required for supervisory activities. This includes thorough understanding of different manufacturing & service systems and performance improvement. The program also trains students in using advanced tools, which are necessary for optimum management of the manufacturing process.

The Project Management specialization trains students in specific knowledge required for running a project. It uses advanced tools that are necessary for optimum management of project cost, time and resources. This helps the students to manage the various challenges associated with project management and meet pre-defined project objectives.

These two specialisations will prepare professionals for managerial roles and enhanced responsibilities in an organization, thereby furthering their career progression.

Punjab State Board of Technical Education and Industrial Training will conduct Joint Entrance Test - 2009 for Admission to various Diploma Courses in Punjab

Eligibility:

Candidates should have passed the Matriculation or equivalent examination in Mathematics, Science (Physics, Chemistry and Biology) and English.

A candidate who has appeared for the qualifying examination but whose result has not been declared shall be admitted provisionally to the Joint Entrance Test but his/her candidature shall be cancelled if he/she fails to qualify in the examination or fails to produce the proof of his having qualified at the time of counselling.

To Apply:Candidates have to buy the prospectus-cum-Application form from:The Counter of the office of the Board or designated branches of Punjab National Bank or Institutions: Rs. 250

By Post with demand draft (to be received at the office of the Board at least 10 days before the closing date): Rs. 300/-

Application Fee:

Following application fee needs to submitted with the application form:

General Candidates (other than SC/ST): Rs. 520/-

SC and ST Candidates: Rs. 260/-

Note: If the application is being sent to the Board by post, Fee should be sent through Bank Draft in favour of "Secretary, Punjab State Board of Technical Education and Industrial Training" payable at "Chandigarh", However if the Application Form is submitted in the designated banks then the applicant should deposit the same in the form of cash and obtain proper receipt. Candidates are advised to deposit the Application Form preferably at the Banks.

Thursday, April 9, 2009

The TASMAC distance Business Administration programme-Distance MBA in India is an excellent option for managers and professionals. It conducts a Masters Diploma in Business Administration.

An interesting aspect of their program is their affiliation with the Adam Smith University, which accepts credits of students who have completed their Masters Diploma with TASMAC, which means that students are qualified for an international MBA from the ASU.

The ASU has received accreditation from the governments of France,Liberia, etc. However, neither ASU degrees nor TASMAC diplomas are recognised by the government of India or any of the state governments.

In order to be eligible for the TASMAC programme, a candidate must have graduated from any recognised university or be a diploma holder with two years of work experience.

TASMAC courses are divided over four semesters. The first two semesters contain coursework common to all students. For the last two semesters, a candidate has a dual specialisation: during the third semester, one specialises in a subject from Group A (Contemporary Finance, Marketing or Human Resources) and during the last semester, specialises in a subject from Group B (International Business, Advertising, Public Relations, Hotel Management, Hospital Management or Marketing).

TASMAC charges Rs 2,000 in registration fees, Rs 3,000 per semester for four semesters, an examination fee of Rs 100 and a project evaluation fee of Rs 500 for the project required in the final semester. SC/ST students can avail of a fee waiver of 25 per cent. For the MBA degree from Adam Smith University, a nominal fee of $125 must be paid as well as Rs 2,000 to TASMAC as processing fee.

The semesters start in June and January every year, with exams being conducted afterwards. The exams have a 75 per cent weightage, while the term tests and assignments have a 25 per cent weightage. A candidate requires 50 per cent to pass. The programme lasts two years: four semesters of six months each.

Eligibility: For M.Tech: A pass in Eligible Degree (B.E. / B.Tech / Equivalent ) ; Candidates in the final Semester of the qualifying degree programme are eligible to apply.

For M.S. (By Research):

Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate branch of engineering. A pass in the qualifying examination. Candidates in the final Semester of the qualifying degree programme are eligible to apply.

For M.Sc.:

Minimum of 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA in the qualifying examination, for General category and mere pass for SC/ST candidates. Candidates in the final semester of the qualifying degree programme are eligible to apply.

For Ph.D.:

Candidates with first class or minimum 60% marks (CGPA 6.5 in a scale of 10) in UG or PG are eligible for admission under General Category. For SC / ST candidates, a pass in UG and PG is sufficient.

Application procedure: Candidates can down load the application form and details from our website www.nitt.edu. Downloaded and filled up applications should be accompanied by prescribed application cum Registration fee of Rs.300/- (Rs.100/- for SC/ST/Persons with Disabilities) by means of Demand Draft drawn not earlier than 6th April 2009 and in favour of “DIRECTOR, NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, TIRUCHIRAPPALLI – 620015” payable at State Bank of India, NIT Branch (Code 1617) Tiruchirappalli.

The candidates are requested to write their name and the Department to which they are applying on the reverse side of the draft. The application forms, with necessary enclosures, should reach the Dean (Academic), National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli-620 015 by May 11, 2009.

J. Mining Engineering Mining Engineering MN1 B.Tech. in Mining or in any other branch of Engineering or M.Sc. in Geotechnology / Geophysics / Physics / Chemistry with Mathematics in +3 level.

Eligibility : NIT Rourkela – M.Tech. Admissions The candidates should have B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc. or equivalent degree in the discipline as mentioned above with not less than 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA in the qualifying examination. There is no relaxation in academic requirement for any category / caste of candidates. The candidates appearing B.E. / B.Tech / M.Sc. (final semester) examination may also apply for the above course. However, they have to produce their marksheet showing 60% marks or CGPA 6.5 in aggregate latest by 30th September 2009, failing which their admission will stand cancelled. Such student must produce a certificate signed by the Principal or Registrar of the College last attended stating that all examinations including practical necessary for award of the degree have been completed in order to be eligible for admission.

In case a course does not get enough students to make the course viable, the students admitted to that course will be transferred to other courses according to the student’s preference and eligibility given in his application form.

Except for sponsored candidates, selection will be strictly based on GATE Score. In case GATE qualified candidates are not available, admission may be given to other candidates on the basis of marks secured in qualifying degree and a written and /or oral examination.

Sponsored students Persons employed in other organizations (institutions/industries/research organizations) can be considered under sponsored category provided they satisfy the same qualification norms as above and have a total of minimum two years full time Continuous service in the sponsoring organization. They have to apply in prescribed form (NITR/AC/202) along with the application form (NITR/AC/201) through their employers with suitable endorsement. All sponsored candidates satisfying the above criteria will be called for interview. They are advised to come with experience certificate and other relevant documents such as pay-slip, appointment order & Identity card with which they can convenience the selection committee about their length of service in the sponsoring organization. The percentage marks requirement for sponsored candidates may be relaxed up to 55% or 6.0 CGPA if documentary evidence of proven research & professional experience (publications, Unpublished works) in the appropriate field are submitted. Sponsored students are not eligible for scholarships and placement facilities.

2. M.Sc. ( 4 Semesters) Programmes with academic qualifications

Chemistry B.Sc with Chemistry as a major subject ( Honours in Chemistry preferred) and Mathematics at +2 level.

Mathematics B.Sc with Mathematics as a major subject ( Honours in Mathematics preferred)

Physics B.Sc with Physics as a major subject ( Honours in Physics preferred) and Mathematics at +2 level.

Life Science B.Sc. with Botany, Zoology, Microbiology or another Life Science subject as major subject ( Honours preferred)

Eligibility : The candidate must have acquired B.Sc. degree with the subject applied for as one of the subjects (either in pass or Honours) . Mathematics in +2 levels is compulsory for Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics branches. Admission to the programme will be made on the basis of career marking as decided by the Institute. Candidates appearing B.Sc. final Examination may also apply for the above programme by due date, however they are required to submit their mark sheet at the time of Counselling and admission. Such student must produce a certificate signed by the Principal or Registrar of the College last attended stating that all examinations including practical necessary for award of the degree have been completed in order to be eligible for admission.

3. Slow Pace Programme All M.Tech. and M.Sc. programmes are also offered in slow pace (3 years for M.Tech and 4 years for M.Sc.) to candidates, employed (including self employment) in industry / organizations in and around Rourkela. It is available to students of both regular and sponsored categories within the approved seats. Eligibility criteria, selection process and fees are same as those for regular or sponsored students studying in normal pace. Candidates enrolling for M.Tech. (Slow pace) programme are required to take one year leave from their sponsoring organization after successful completion of course work to complete their project work unless permitted by Institute to carry out the project in the place of employment on the strength of facilities available in the company/organization.

How to apply: for NIT Rourkela – M.Tech. and M.Sc. Admissions Application form may be downloaded and the filled in application form be sent to “The Assistant Registrar (Academic), National Institute of Technology, Rourkela – 769008 (Orissa)” along with photo copies of relevant documents (attestation not necessary) and a non-refundable demand draft of Rs.300/-(Rupees three hundred only) in favour of Director, National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, payable at any bank at Rourkela.

There is no provision for on-line submission of application form. The envelope containing application form should be superscribed by “Application for M.Tech/ M.Sc. ______________________department (Regular / Sponsored / Slow pace )”. The last date for receiving application form is 15th May 2009 (Friday). Application forms received after due date will not be considered. The list of selected candidates will be displayed in our Institute website www.nitrkl.ac.in and no intimation will be sent to the selected candidates by post. The candidates are requested to visit our Institute website for the selection / merit list and counseling dates as per following schedule:

Last date of receiving the completed Application form in the Institute : 15thMay 2009 (Friday)